Two La Vergne Fire Rescue Department members, Lieutenants Timothy Cole and Jack Egan, have been promoted after a rigorous evaluation process, celebrated by their department and peers.

A fire destroyed a home on Henpeck Lane, with Franklin Fire responding. Agencies worked together to fight the fire, thought to be electrical in origin. All residents evacuated safely, and some belongings were saved.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced an increase in ICE operations in Tennessee, with strong criticism toward Nashville's mayor and Belmont University. Concerns over due process in the immigration system were also raised.

A woman was hit by a vehicle in Clarksville and airlifted to a Nashville hospital in stable condition; she had stepped into traffic while wearing dark clothing.

The Metropolitan Police Department's Training Academy seeks to renew its CALEA accreditation, highlighting its adherence to high training standards. The process includes a public feedback portal and an in-depth review by an assessor.

Woman, Julie Savoy, dies after a hit-and-run in Nashville; police seek the stolen black Hyundai Elantra's driver. Nashville Crime Stoppers is requesting public tips.

The Trial Court Vacancy Commission in Memphis interviewed candidates for a judicial vacancy and recommended three names to Governor Bill Lee for the 30th Judicial District Circuit Court.

Ex-priest Juan Carlos Garcia-Mendoza was sentenced to 7 years for sexual misconduct involving minors and adults and will be on Tennessee's Sex Offender Registry.

Murfreesboro Police announced a Teen Citizens Police Academy for ages 14–17 to explore law enforcement operations, running from August 19 to September 23.

A 71-year-old man was charged with first-degree murder after his wife's shooting death in Byrdstown, TN. The TBI arrested Johnny Foutch. The investigation is ongoing.

Rutherford County Sheriff's Office seeks dash cam footage for I-24 murder investigation after Noah Taylor was fatally shot, offering a reward for information leading to arrest and prosecution.

The Nashville National Weather Service forecasts a week of warm, sunny days with intermittent showers and thunderstorms and highs approaching the mid-90s.

The Nashville forecast predicts sun, high humidity, and intermittent thunderstorms throughout the week, with temperatures reaching mid-90s and chances of rain varying each day.